Born to Run

By Christopher McDougall

Description

The astonishing national bestseller and hugely entertaining story that completely changed the way we run.

An epic adventure that began with one simple question: Why does my foot hurt?

Isolated by Mexico's deadly Copper Canyons, the blissful Tarahumara Indians have honed the ability to run hundreds of miles without rest or injury. In a riveting narrative, award-winning journalist and often-injured runner Christopher McDougall sets out to discover their secrets. In the process, he takes his readers from science labs at Harvard to the sun-baked valleys and freezing peaks across North America, where ever-growing numbers of ultra-runners are pushing their bodies to the limit, and, finally, to a climactic race in the Copper Canyons that pits America’s best ultra-runners against the tribe. McDougall’s incredible story will not only engage your mind but inspire your body when you realize that you, indeed all of us, were born to run.

Reviews

Running Should be Free

5

By proudmary25

Even to the last sentence, this book encompasses the life of a runner. Even if that life doesn’t start until later in life. The ultrarunning community is so inspiring, it makes you feel like you can do anything you put your mind to. I highly recommend this book and Scott Jurek‘s Eat and Run; they go hand-in-hand.

My favorite book of all time.

5

By JonathanM1994

To be honest, I bought this on impulse. I started reading it and finished it in about 3 days. If you like running, are thinking about getting into running, or into stories about adventure, it is a must read. If you’re thinking about reading it, do it!

Fun Run

5

By Isairunner

Good source of information and very entertaining. The inspiration for free running.

Excellent blend of storytelling and information

5

By Magic. 24

Really enjoyed this book. Although I am not a runner, it kept me engaged and may motivate me to take running more seriously.
Thanks!

Best book ever.

5

By Javakittyct

Not just the best running book but inspirational and full of great stories. Loved it.

Great Read

5

By Hustle Jay

Loved the book, initially listened to the audiobook. It was intriguing and health conscious. There are so many interesting people out in the world relative to sports and health and finding solutions. Forwarded a few tips to friends and family regarding flat foot and the arch in your feet. Very informative read

What a great read

5

By Gal in Waders

Did I think this book was going to make me a great runner? Hardly. I'm 62, doing what I can for those who can no longer do things for themselves. The hook was learning the secret of a Mexican tribe of long distance runners who ran nearly invisible trails nearly barefoot for nearly no reason beyond the joy of running. Then I realized I had stumbled across what really good writing in the 21st century looked like.

Brilliant book!

5

By Faithh1

What an adventure. I just finished reading Scott Jurek's book, so I did need to adjust to a different writing style, but it didn't take long to get drawn into this story involving some pretty amazing people.

Read it twice!

5

By Running...

I read first time absolutely locked into every chapter. Such a great story, had to chew on it a while then go back and read it again. It was even better the second time!